The NPR Politics Podcast Weekly Roundup: May 28th
May 28, 2021
Claudia Grisales, NPR congressional reporter and expert on Senator Kirsten Gillibrand's legislation, joins a lively discussion. They dive into the competitive New York City mayoral race, examining the tension between progressive and centrist candidates amid rising crime concerns. The conversation shifts to Gillibrand's military sexual assault reform, spotlighting unusual bipartisan support. Humorously, they reflect on bizarre political claims and the challenges voters face with ranked choice voting. It's a mix of serious issues and entertaining anecdotes!
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Yang's NYC mayoral bid
- Andrew Yang, a former 2020 Democratic presidential candidate, is running for mayor of New York City.
- This is unusual, as most recent NYC mayors have had large personalities, unlike the current candidates.
Focus on Crime
- Voters in the NYC mayoral race are primarily concerned about rising crime rates, prioritizing it over pandemic recovery.
- This focus on crime and violence could be a backlash against the "defund the police" movement.
National Crime Trend
- Rising crime rates are affecting many major US cities, not just New York.
- This could pose a problem for Democrats in the 2022 elections if it's seen as a result of their policies.